5 Tips for A Smooth Generational Transition in the Salon
As Charles Ifergan looks at turning over the reins of his namesake salon, with three locations in Chicago, Illinois, to his daughter Olivia and son Philippe, he shares five tips for handling a smooth generational transition in his blog.
5 Tips for Avoiding Salon Owner Burnout
The average salon owner juggles a multitude of responsibilities at any one time, and for most, a serious burnout is just around the corner. SalonInteractive's Jim Bower walks you through the five signs of burnout and what you can do to avoid it.
How Gadabout Motivates the Guest Services Team to Prebook
In 2018, the guest services team checked their prebooking rate 35,000 times last year--find out why they were so motivated so see that metric grow.
by Stacey Soble
By Strategically Planning for Growth, Salon Spa W Averages a 20% Increase Year after Year
From planning what new services to add to the menu to mentoring the service providers who show the most opportunity, China Wong takes a strategic approach to cultivating growth at Salon Spa W--and it's paid off big time.
by Stacey Soble
Beauty Changes Lives Experience: Celebrate an Icon and the Next Generation of Beauty Talent
There’s still time to get tickets to the Beauty Changes Lives Experience happening during America’s Beauty Show in Chicago. Find out why this is all-evening party is a must-attend event!
by Anne Moratto
Stylists, Are Robots Coming for Your Jobs?
The future will see many jobs that people hold today completely gone or dramatically changed. Will that include hairdressing?
by Anne Moratto
When Do You Fire a Client?
How many “chances” should you give yourself to please a client?
Stylist Amanda Paul Explains How She Averages More than Two Services per Guest
Master Stylist Amanda Paul consistently averages more than two services per guest. Find out how she upgrades each client.
by Stacey Soble
Stylist and Owner Jyl Craven Discusses the Game Plan that Helped Her Reach More than $550,000 in Sales
With a combination of inspiration, personal development, a strategic plan and pure grit, Jyl Craven pushed herself to top $500,000 in salon sales--in 2018 she hit $550,000.
by Stacey Soble
Beauty Pulse Weighs the Salon Mood About Retail Sales
SALON TODAY's latest Beauty Pulse Survey invites salon owners to express their thoughts about retail in light of growing online competition.
by Stacey Soble
One Owner Rethinks Retail and Boosts Profitability
After years of struggling to achieve profitability in a large salon, Elisha Smith buys a boutique salon and shifts her focus to retail.
COTY Professional Beauty Announces New Beauty Envision Awards
The Beauty Envision Awards is a competition for salon professionals who are ready to influence the very definition of beauty with the art they create.
STYLIST SPOTLIGHT: Erica Keelen's Hair Love
Erica Keelen doesn't do things by halves. This artist, lady boss, and competition coach is building on the traditional salon model with passion and drive. Here's a peek at her journey.
by Anne Moratto
Show Your Community Some Love This Valentine's Day
Ask not what your community can do for you, but what you can do for your community. Author Quint Studer encourages business owners to adopt some community betterment projects this Valentine's Day.
One of Europe's Most Prestigious Beauty Business Events is Coming to Chicago
After a successful 5th Salon Owners Summit in Dublin, Ireland, in January, Phorest takes its popular event on the road with a one-day show in Chicago this April. Discover who is speaking and find out how to sign up.
by Stacey Soble
When Clients Ask for a Discount
Salon Interactive's Jim Bower helps beauty professionals navigate the different types of requests for service discounts, weighing when it's worth investing in a client and when it's not.
When Clients Ask for a Discount
Salon Interactive's Jim Bower helps beauty professionals navigate the different types of requests for service discounts, weighing when it's worth investing in a client and when it's not.
by Jamie Newman